Electric Vehicles Aldershot, QLD 4650
The 4650 postcode area, including Aldershot, Aubinville, Baddow, Big Tuan, Glendorf, Hillcrest Heights, Little Tuan, Maryborough Dc, Antigua, Bauple, Bauple Forest, Beaver Rock, Bidwill, Boonooroo, Boonooroo Plains, Duckinwilla, Dundathu, Dunmora, Ferney, Glenorchy, Gootchie, Grahams Creek, Granville, Gundiah, Island Plantation, Maaroom, Magnolia, Maryborough, Maryborough West, Mount Steadman, Mount Urah, Mungar, Netherby, Oakhurst, Owanyilla, Pallas Street Maryborough, Pilerwa, Pioneers Rest, Poona, Prawle, St Helens, St Mary, Talegalla Weir, Tandora, Teddington, The Dimonds, Thinoomba, Tiaro, Tinana, Tinana South, Tinnanbar, Tuan, Tuan Forest, Walkers Point, Yengarie and Yerra, is home to 12362 vehicles. Among these, 209 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that2% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Aldershot, Aubinville, Baddow, Big Tuan, Glendorf, Hillcrest Heights, Little Tuan, Maryborough Dc, Antigua, Bauple, Bauple Forest, Beaver Rock, Bidwill, Boonooroo, Boonooroo Plains, Duckinwilla, Dundathu, Dunmora, Ferney, Glenorchy, Gootchie, Grahams Creek, Granville, Gundiah, Island Plantation, Maaroom, Magnolia, Maryborough, Maryborough West, Mount Steadman, Mount Urah, Mungar, Netherby, Oakhurst, Owanyilla, Pallas Street Maryborough, Pilerwa, Pioneers Rest, Poona, Prawle, St Helens, St Mary, Talegalla Weir, Tandora, Teddington, The Dimonds, Thinoomba, Tiaro, Tinana, Tinana South, Tinnanbar, Tuan, Tuan Forest, Walkers Point, Yengarie and Yerra are emitting approximately 35285 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4650 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Maryborough, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 118 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 1 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Aldershot, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Aldershot
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Aldershot: Maryborough - approx. 7.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Aldershot: Maryborough - approx. 7.8 km
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Aldershot EV Demographics
With a population of 31346 people, Aldershot has 12362 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 4935 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 4616 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2811 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Aldershot and a combined 209 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Aldershot electric car charging stations. For the 9352 homes that already have solar panels in the 4650 postcode, being 61% of the total 15222 homes in this community, Aldershot EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Nestled in sunny Queensland, Aldershot is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here more than doubled – jumping from 104 to 209 vehicles, a 100% increase driven by eco-conscious locals and Queensland’s ideal climate for sustainable living. With 19 MJ/m² of daily solar radiation (equivalent to 5.28 kW/m²/day), it’s no wonder residents are pairing their EVs with sunshine-powered solutions. Let’s explore your charging options in this thriving community.
Public Charging: Simple and Accessible While Aldershot itself has one public EV charging station within a 20km radius, nearby hubs like Hervey Bay and Maryborough offer additional options for longer journeys. The closest station provides CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, making it compatible with popular models like the BYD Seal (510km range) and Porsche Taycan. Though public infrastructure is growing, most locals prefer the convenience of home charging – especially given Aldershot’s solar potential.
Charger Compatibility Made Easy Aldershot’s charging stations primarily use CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, covering most Australian EVs:
- CCS2: Perfect for the budget-friendly BYD Seal (13.8kWh/100km)
- Type 2: Ideal for luxury models like the Porsche Taycan (28kWh/100km)
- CHAdeMO: Available for select older models Plug-in hybrids like the CUPRA Leon PHEV (67km electric range) and Lexus NX PHEV (87km range) also benefit from these universal connectors.
Solar Charging: Power Your Car for Pennies With 5.28 kW/m² of daily solar energy, Aldershot homeowners can slash charging costs dramatically. Consider these savings:
- A BYD Seal driver covering 15,000km/year needs 2,070kWh – worth $1,035 annually at 50c/kWh
- A 6.6kW solar system generates ~27kWh daily – enough to fully charge most EVs while powering your home Even energy-hungry models like the Porsche Taycan become economical when powered by sunlight. Pairing solar panels with a home charger (7kW units cost $800-$1,500 installed) creates a future-proof energy ecosystem.
Your Next Steps While public charging exists for emergencies, Aldershot’s real EV magic happens at home. By combining solar panels with a Type 2 wall charger, you could reduce annual fuel costs by over 90%. Local solar installers understand Queensland’s unique conditions – from cyclone ratings to optimal panel angles. Ready to harness the sun? We’ll connect you with accredited Aldershot professionals for a tailored home energy solution. Drive green, save smart, and join your neighbours in Australia’s electric future.